ARMY TM 9-6115-639-13 AIR FORCE TO 35C2-3-386-51 MARINE CORPS TM 10155A-13/1 5-8.  PERMANENT MAGNET ALTERNATOR MAINTENANCE This task covers removal, inspection, and installation. INITIAL SETUP Tools: Equipment Condition: Tool Kit, Master Mechanic’s Generator set shut down (Para. 2-9) (Item 3, App. B, Sect. III) Battery cables disconnected Shop Equipment, Automotive Maintenance Cable disconnected for SLAVE RECEPTACLE (Item 4, App. B, Sect. III) Puller, Mechanical (Item 6, App. B, Sect. III) Parts/Materials: Adhesive, Loctite (Item 16, App. E) A.    REMOVAL. 1. Tag and disconnect alternator output leads (1, 2, 3, 4, Figure 5-2). 2. Using a #4 metric allen wrench, remove cover (5) by removing six screws (6).  Use care when removing cover to prevent damage to alternator output leads. NOTE Rotor  assembly  (11)  is  held  in  stator  (14)  by  magnets.    The  rotor  assembly  must  be completely removed from stator, or magnets will pull it back into place. 3. Release  rotor  assembly  (11)  from  engine  shaft  by  removing  screw  (9)  and  washer  (10).    Using  a mechanical puller, remove rotor assembly (11) completely from stator (14). 4. Loosen clamping ring (13).  Remove stator (14) from engine adapter (18) by removing six screws (12). 5. Remove engine adapter (18) from engine by  removing four screws (15), lockwashers (16), and washers (17).   B.    INSPECTION. 1. Inspect alternator components for obvious damage.   Clean as required to view all components carefully.   Look for signs of excessive wear or electrical short. 2. Inspect  electrical  wiring  for  cuts,  crimps,  bare  wire,  or  other  damage.    Inspect  wiring  insulation  for damage.  Ensure all connectors and terminal lugs are securely attached. 3. Inspect all components for corrosion.  Check attaching parts for crossed, stripped, or damaged threads. 4. Inspect edge gasket (8) for damage.  Inspect label (7) for legibility.  Replace as required. 5. Remove and replace any component that is suspect. 5-10